erteleme

Erteleme is a Turkish noun meaning postponement or deferral. It denotes the act of delaying something, such as a deadline, event, or obligation. In everyday language and in official contexts, erteleme can refer to postponing a meeting, a payment deadline, an examination date, or an administrative procedure.

Etymology and form: the noun erteleme is derived from the Turkish verb ertelemek, with the -me suffix used to form nouns indicating the act or process. This makes erteleme a standard example of Turkish nominalization for actions described by verbs.

Usage and context: erteleme is commonly encountered in legal, governmental, and business discourse, where deferring responsibilities or timelines is necessary. Typical phrases include erteleme talebi (request for deferral), erteleme kararı (deferral decision), and ertelemeyle ilgili süreç (deferral-related process). The term can also appear in everyday sentences, such as speaking about postponing plans or deadlines.

Related concepts: in Turkish, synonyms and near-synonyms include gecikme (delay), which emphasizes delay rather than formal deferral, though the two terms are related and sometimes interchangeable depending on context. The concept of erteleme is also relevant in project planning, contract law, and administrative procedures where timelines may be legally or practically extended.

See also: delay, postponement, deferment. Notes: erteleme is a native Turkish term and is widely understood in Turkish-language contexts; usage outside Turkish may adopt loan translations rather than this word.